Sister Schubert's Rolls ~ Yummy Product Alert

HOWDY!
(Thought an Aggie greeting was appropriate, since Texas A&M AGGIES were the only team to beat the National Champions this season!  WHOOP!!!)

Annette and I were lucky to have had fresh, homemade bread for dinner most nights growing up.  They were also a part of every holiday meal.  Our Grandma Britton, who lived with us for quite some time, could really make rolls!  She and our mom could make awesome homemade biscuits and of course, cornbread.  I  did not appreciate that as a child, but I certainly do now!

Shout out to Grandma for being an AWESOME bread baker!!

Unfortunately, since I took it for granted, I never took the time to really learn to do it for myself.  I do remember that it was time consuming.  I remember seeing her let the dough rise in that old silver bowl.  I think there was punching involved - lol - that always looked fun.  I remember seeing her flouring the counter, and I know there's flour and yeast and stuff.  I also know there are plenty of recipes and "how to's" our there, but WHO HAS THE TIME??

I'm sure you all know there are some great frozen bread products out there.  When my dear sister, Annette, introduced me to Sister Schubert's Parker House Style Yeast Rolls, I was hooked!  I haven't used any other rolls since.

They are super yummy and couldn't be easier.  They are also small, so you feel you can eat more of them - Who's with me??  HaHa!  My son eats as many as he can get away with, so I normally have to make lots and remind him to make sure everyone gets some. :)

You find them in the freezer section and they look like this:

 

There are even directions for "IF YOU HAVE TIME TO THAW," and IF YOU ARE PREPARING FROM FROZEN."   Let's face it, we've all looked up and said, "Oh no, I forgot to thaw the rolls..."  If you haven't, please just let me believe we are all imperfect in the kitchen.

So, I know many if not all of you are thinking, I KNOW about Sister Schubert's rolls - DUH!  

Well have you tried her other products?  Like....

THESE??:

 Sausage Wrap Rolls AKA Pigs in a Blanket!  Same amount of easy for a quick breakfast treat! 

Or what about, WAIT for it....

THESE??:

Cinnamon Yeast Rolls!!!  I only discovered these in December and you bet I grabbed them.  It was Pigs in a Blanket and Cinnamon Rolls with our coffee on Christmas morning!  Everyone was happy - especially Annette and I, because we didn't have to slave over anything and we had yummy treats!

Each of these products take 15-20 minutes in a 350 oven if preparing when thawed.  I hope if you have not tried these products and can find them in your area, you will check them out.

Annette and I enjoy sharing the products we love in order to make your cooking and EATING experience more relaxed and enjoyable!

Always in Our PJs,

Beth & Annette

Great Invention For Coffee Lovers - Like US!

Anyone who knows me (Beth), knows I love many things, but coffee is way near the top of my list.  I have decided to give you a little "product review" today of one of my all-time favorite gifts.  It was given to me LAST Christmas by my amazing husband and I would have to say I love it as much today as a year ago!  Now THAT'S a good present!!!

Enough of the waiting... this awesome invention is my KEURIG!!!  I am going to have a difficult time, but I am going to try to tell you why I love it so much.  :)

Here is my beauty.  My husband picked this one, because you can select a variety of cup sizes, from very small to travel mug. That's one reason I love it!  =)

Another reason I love it is because there is no "leftover" coffee to clean up or throw away.  You get exactly the amount you want each time.  You can also have a variety of coffees all in the same day.

Example:
I love STARBUCKS!  So I can have my Starbucks or other bold roast coffees. (In my pajamas, without having to leave my house - BONUS!)
Attention:  That's also a MONEY SAVER!

Trey (husband) can walk right up and brew a cup of Decaf or "Half Caff."

 Kelsi (daughter) can get a little flavored coffee.

It is not uncommon when my "sissy", Annette, visits to see her try several types in one morning! :)

Let's say it is mid-afternoon and you're not sure you want coffee...
Well, the options seem limitless:
Kyle (son) LOVES the Hot Apple Cider!  Everyone enjoys the hot chocolate (with marshmallows of course)!

Trying to add green tea to your diet?  You can have it with the press of a button.  There are lots of varieties of teas!

 

 

"But that machine looks difficult to use."
Nope - Let me show you how SUPER EASY it is:
Select from your many choices:
Note that Trey does not like to have any "holes" in the Keurig carousel, so it's the least we can do to keep it filled up for him.  LOL

Lift the handle and pop in the "pod", then close the lid:

Select your cup size and press "brew":

Watch the magic happen:

About 1 minute later - yes 1 MINUTE...
Voila!!

A simple swipe with a wet rag and all is clean.  I "de-slime" occasionally by running vinegar through, followed by clean water.  It could not be easier! 

I enjoyed my "Half Caff" while putting together this blog -- don't want it to keep me up! :)

Morning coffee is probably one of the favorite activities for Annette and me.  It is part of every visit with one another, no matter where we are.  We sit and talk and talk (If you know us, you can imagine...).  We talk about joys, problems, memories - good and not-so-good.  Sometimes it's serious and includes tears, other times we might be laughing loud enough for the neighbors to hear.  Sometimes we even make calls to our other siblings, our Aunt Viv, or other friends or family and include others in our "coffee time".  We tend to get annoyed if we don't get this time together.  The day just doesn't seem right. 

Annette has the cutest story about our Daddy "letting" her drink coffee for the first time.  I know she will share it sometime.  I have that proud moment when Daddy visited my home and told me, "You really know how to make a good cup of coffee.  Not weak like most people..." That was music to this daughter's ears - sweet Daddy...
AAAHHH -- COFFEE, I love it!!!

We hope even if you don't love coffee, that you will create and share special times with your loved ones.  Let's make it a priority in 2013.

Always in our PJs,
Beth & Annette

P.S. Can you tell Trey got me a CAMERA for Christmas this year?? =D